Stolen by Urbain and Gentleman's Magic

Effect

Stolen is a modern take on the classic ring flight effect. A borrowed ring vanishes from a safety pin held by the magician and reappears pinned inside the magician's wallet, which has been in their pocket the entire time. The handling is open and natural, making the effect appear impossible. The ring can be borrowed from a spectator, adding a personal and emotional impact to the performance.

Full details

Stolen uses a safety pin and a self-contained pouch to create a convincing vanish and reappearance of a borrowed ring. The ring is visibly attached to the safety pin before vanishing, eliminating the need for secretive handling. The pouch dampens sound, making the reel mechanism quieter and more discreet. The wallet reveal is clean and visual, with no angle issues, allowing the trick to be performed surrounded. The setup is practical and easy to reset, making it suitable for walk-around or close-up performances.

Who should consider the trick

Stolen is ideal for magicians who perform with borrowed objects and want a strong, visual ring flight effect. It works well for close-up and walk-around performers who need angle-proof magic. Those who appreciate clean methods and natural handling will find this trick valuable. It is not recommended for beginners who are uncomfortable with reel-based effects.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Stolen is designed for real-world performance with minimal sleight of hand. The handling is straightforward, but proper timing and misdirection are necessary for a smooth vanish. The reset is quick, making it practical for repeated performances. While not overly difficult, some practice is required to ensure the reel mechanism operates smoothly and convincingly.

What magicians say

Magic TV praised Stolen as the best ring flight variation they have seen, calling it practical and natural. Craig Petty rated it 120% plus Tulin, his highest praise, while Ryland gave it 140% plus Tulin.

Magic Orthodoxy highlighted the clean handling and visual impact, noting it is geared toward working performers.

Its All Things Magic emphasized the open handling and self-contained pouch, calling it a strong upgrade for ring flight enthusiasts. They noted the safety pin concept makes the trick more convincing.

Saturn Magic Shop described it as highly visual and deceptive, with a spectator-loaded ring for increased impossibility.

Monster Magic Shop praised its ease of execution and examinable props, comparing it favorably to other ring flight effects.

Overall, magicians agree that Stolen is a practical, visually impressive, and well-designed trick for real-world performances.